President Donald Trump announced that the United States carried out a major bombing raid on Iran's Kharg Island, describing it as one of the most powerful military operations in the region's history. He said the strike, conducted at his direction, destroyed all military targets on the strategic island, which he called Iran's 'crown jewel.'

Trump stated that oil infrastructure on the island was intentionally spared 'for reasons of decency,' but warned that this restraint could change if Iran interferes with shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. He emphasized that any threat to the free and safe passage of ships would prompt an immediate reconsideration.

The president also asserted that Iran lacks the ability to defend against American attacks and reiterated his pledge that Iran will not be allowed to obtain nuclear weapons or threaten regional and global security. He urged Iran's military and supporters of what he described as a 'terrorist regime' to lay down their arms to prevent further destruction.